Topics for this session may include:

  • Assessing for present danger/impending danger
  • applying the Child Safety Framework
  • understanding the 17 safety threats and how to plan for present danger with protective action plans and safety plans in cases with identified impending danger
  • how to make appropriate collateral contacts
  • interviewing of children, parents/caregivers and all adults in the home
  • using medical consultation (Med-Cons)
  • scheduling and preparing for appropriate case staffings
  • using Structured Decision Making (SDM) to help assess risk in cases and reassessing child safety throughout the life of the case